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Technical Manager Housing

deverellsmith
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for 5 days
Location

Bourne End, Buckinghamshire SL8 5QQ, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are seeking a Technical Manager for a new residential scheme in Buckinghamshire, focused on a multiphase development of approximately 200 traditional build townhouses.
  • The role requires a strong background in low-rise construction, along with experience managing a Technical Coordinator and external consultants for successful project delivery.
  • Candidates should possess a construction, engineering, or architecture qualification and a deep understanding of preconstruction, construction, and planning activities.
  • The position offers a salary of £70,000 to £80,000 per year, and applicants should have at least 5 years of relevant experience in the field.
  • Key responsibilities include overseeing design teams, collaborating with various departments, conducting site inspections, and managing health and safety matters.

We are recruiting for a Technical Manager to run a new residential scheme in Buckinghamshire - the development is a multiphase site consisting of circa 200 traditional build townhouses and therefore low-rise experience is essential for this role.As Technical Manager you will;

  • Manage a Technical Coordinator and external consultants to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Provide input into planning design and lead the optimisation process through to approval.
  • Oversee the design team to deliver production information on time and to a high standard.
  • Collaborate with Land and Planning, and Sales and Marketing teams to prepare technical specifications.
  • Prepare and present the Pre-Contract Programme.
  • Ensure timely submission and follow-up of statutory queries and applications (NHBC, LABC, Building Regulations).
  • Conduct regular site inspections and manage Health & Safety matters.
  • Liaise with the Commercial team to maintain tight cost controls and budget alignment.
  • Attend various project meetings and coordinate with internal and external parties.
  • Resolve technical and construction issues as they arise.

Experience

  • Construction, engineering or architecture qualification
  • Strong understanding of all preconstruction, construction, and planning activities
  • Strong technical expertise and proficiency with design packages
  • Knowledge of the design and building processes
  • Able to challenge expensive cost solutions and seek alternative solutions
  • Keeping abreast of new technologies, innovation and contributions to business improvement forums
  • Knowledge of CDM Regulations and wider H&S statutory framework.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.